IDOC-DCT produce DL 7-31-DRO

Ron's Produce Co., Inc. has been awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract (26-426DOC-DECAT-P-84328) by the Decatur Correctional Center in Illinois for the provision of various fresh produce and dairy products. The contract, valued at $1,663.00, covers the procurement period from July 29, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and includes line items for multiple agricultural commodities such as apples, bananas, oranges, tomatoes, cabbage, lettuce (iceberg and romaine), peppers, potatoes (red and white), onions, cucumbers, celery, carrots, and sour cream.

The contract specifies detailed quality requirements for the produce, including USDA grade standards like US #1 for many items, specific count sizes, and packaging specifications. For example, potatoes must be US #1 grade with a length between 2-4 inches and packaged in 50 or 100-pound bags, each stamped with the grade designation. The procurement appears to be for the institutional food service needs of the Decatur Correctional Center, with a focus on providing high-quality, fresh agricultural products that meet specific grade and packaging standards.